THE FACE SHOP nail polishes + collective haul

Everyone seems to be posting about nail polishes so I decided to pick up a few last week.

I thought this would have a hologram effect but it's just really sparkly. :/ 

Color - It's a light and sparkly plum.

PP401

Thoughts: Dries fast. Application is a breeze so overall I'd say it's a good nail polish.

BL606

Color - Ultra Blue (Yes, I remember the colors from my Art class in elementary LOL! x)

Thoughts - Dries quickly. Just one coat is enough. Application is quick and easy. 

PK110

Color - A bright pink.

Thoughts - Of three nail polishes I picked this one is my least favorite. I love the color but application is a pain. I tried to apply three coats and it got streaky. :(  Ehhhhh... =___=

I think this is self explanatory, these are the swatches coated with Etude House's Jelly Pop. :3

Collective Haul - Please note that I did not haul everything at one time. Also please don't scroll down if you're the type of person who does not like to see hauls. :/

I haven't really been buying makeup lately. I have been buying more skincare products because I want to invest in great products that I can stick to and use for a long time. 

I have also been buying tools for skincare hehe. >.<

I read somewhere that The Body Shop's face brush is a poor man's alternative to a Clairsonic so I picked it up. :3 I also got a face massager because it makes my life a lot easier.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE L'Occitane's Divine Cream! It really is divine. :D I am elevating it to Holy Grail status and hopes it doesn't run out soon because it's rather too expensive. 

I numbered and labeled everything so you can quickly find it in this list:

1. L'OReal Pure Zone - Pore Tightening & Clarifying Toner
2. L'Occitane Divine Cream
3. L'OReal UV Perfect Dermo-Expertise UV Perfect
4. MAC Charged Water - Skin Hydrating Mist
5. MAC Studio Sculpt in NC 35 (Yes, I got a shade darker than my skintone to mix with my other foundations and to share with my sister. :P )
6. Kiehl's Eye Alert
7. Kiehl's Ultimate White - Intensive Whitening Essence
8. The Body Shop - Face Brush
9. The Body Shop - Face Massager
10.Paul & Joe - Moisture Lip Treatment
11. Human <3 Nature Hydrating Face Toner
12. The Body Shop - Organic cotton Rounds
13. The Face Shop Hologram "Face & it" Repair Nail in PP401
14. The Face Shop PK110
15. The Face Shop BL606

Let me know in case you want to see reviews on any of these items. =)

What's your most recent purchase? ^__^

NOTD - my first attempt at fimo nail art + tutorial :3

Before you scroll down I just want everyone to know that I'm a noob  at nail art and have no prior experience. I just bought fimo sticks because I thought they were cute. :p And since I already had fimo sticks I thought I ought to put them into good use.

So here's what I did....

These are the nail polishes I used. 

All of the polishes are from Etude House, the brown one is from their matte line, the sparkly-glittery green one is from their LuciDarling collection and I used the Jelly Pop to bind the fimo slices on my nails as well as to coat my nails.

Random fimo slices. 

I got the fimo sticks from Onestop Kikayshop - the seller ships internationally. :) She's also very helpful & replies to questions within a day. Of course I just to ask her a lot of questions. LOL!

I used a blade to cut the fimo sticks. :) The seller recommended that I use a blade because it will give thinner fimo slices. Next time I think I'll use a scalpel. x)

These are some of the fimo slices I used.

This is what I ended up with.

1. I used matte brown for the lower half of my nails.

2. I painted the upper half with the sparkly green polish.

3. I put clear nail polish (Jelly Pop) on the areas I wanted to stick the fimo slices into.

4. I put the fimo slices one by one. As you may notice from the picture I did not follow any pattern. I just stuck the fimos everywhere. x) 

5. Then used the Jelly Pop as top coat. 

I wonder how long the fimo slices will last? LOL!

Do you also like nail art? If you have any tips on nail art please share! ^__^

Matte nails anyone? :3 (Review+NOTD)

I never post about my nails and I suppose it's about time that I do...
Please bear with me for a few more Etude House posts. :3 I promise to post about other brands after this Etude House phase hahaha! xD

Note: All pictures taken inside with indoor lighting.

(L-R) Etude House Matte Nail Polishes in #2 Latte Brown, #1 Tea Beige and #5 Java Blue.

#1 Tea Beige

I really like this color. Looks like milk-tea but is a more beige. It's really pretty!

I had this on my nails on my last FOTD.

#2 Latte Brown

This is a chocolate brown. Not as matte as Tea beige is but is also a pretty color. 

I have it on my nails right now.

#5 Java Blue

This is a midnight blue and has glitters in it. O.o I find it rather weird that

a matte nail polish has glitters but this is also very pretty on my nails. :p

The bottles are so kawaii! ^__^

Label/s on the bottom in Korean. Sorry the camera

did not focus. >o<"

2 coats applied on my nails without clear polish on top.

I did not want to put clear polish because it will defeat the purpose of putting matte nail polish as the clear polishes have a glossy shine.

Missha A'pieu Matte Nail Polish

I also swatched it on my nails for you to see all the colors. :3

My NOTD in Etude House #2 Latte Brown Matte Nail Polish.

Because I did this I am now conscious of my hands and will try to take better care of it. LOL! :p

Review:

- All the polishes are opaque and very milky except for #5 Java Blue. The consistency is rather thick/creamy but is easy to work with. I do not feel the need for a clear nail polish to top it off. :3

- These dry quite fast. These are the fastest drying nail polishes I've ever tried.

- The price is around 100++Php per bottle. I am not sure how much each bottle would cost when Etude House Philippines releases it. These nail polishes aren't locally available yet. :)

- Overall I'd say that these are great nail polishes and anyone who wants matte nails should give it a go. :)

Edit: Crisel asked me about the staying power.

Tea Beige lasted on me for more than a week :) It did not chip and peel off. ^__^

update: 

Matte brown - hasn't chipped off on the 2nd day and is still matte. :) 

Edit: G asked where I bought the nail polishes.

All the nail polishes were bought from my favorite Korean seller on eBay - bhappywithme she's super nice and always gives me freebies Yay!!! ^-^ She also ships the item within the day or the day after the payment is settled so I highly recommend her store for Korean makeup products that aren't locally available. 

Also, all the items in her shop are genuine and aren't knock offs. I have bought from some sellers whose items were highly suspicious. =___= I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. >.<"

(I hope this didn't suck as I am not used to reviewing nail polishes. =____=)

I will leave you with the picture of my dessert at Astralis last night. :3